1999 Honda NSX vs. 1970 Seat 1500
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Seat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 1970 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | NSX | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
